Halal Creamy Red Lentil Pasta Sauce (Healthy)

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 1 onion, 3 garlic cloves
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth or water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano, basil, red pepper flakes
• ¼ cup nutritional yeast or grated parmesan (optional)
• Salt and pepper

1. 1Sauté onion and garlic in oil. Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, and herbs.
2. 2Simmer 15-20 minutes until lentils are very soft and sauce thickens.
3. 3Blend until smooth with immersion blender. Adjust consistency and season. Toss with cooked pasta.
4. 4*Nutritional Value (per serving sauce only, approx.): 220 calories, 14g protein, 32g carbs, 5g fat, 8g fiber. High protein.

Nutrition values are estimates.